市县高中23级高二期末联考
英语试题卷
（满分150分，考试用时120分钟）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the woman imply
A. She didn’t clean the apartment.
B. She’ll help the man clean his apartment.
C. She needs to clean the lab.
2. What does the woman mean
A. She saw the man run out.
B. She thought the man’s laundry was done badly.
C. She was sorry the man couldn’t finish his laundry.
3. What does the man imply
A. His coach didn’t help him enough.
B. He had no chance of winning.
C. He didn’t follow his coach’s advice.
4. What does the woman mean
A. She likes the new theatre in town.
B. She expects the theatre to close down.
C. She’s surprised by the news.
5. What does the man say about the activities
A They aren’t very good because they’re so different.
B. He thinks they should do both.
C. It doesn’t matter which one they do.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is the woman’s real problem
A. She feels headache. B. She feels frightened. C. She feels very stressed.
7. What food is considered as low stress food
A. Apples and grapes. B. Hamburgers. C. French fries.
8. What is the woman going to do
A. To eat less. B. To eat more. C. To change her food.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
9. What are the man and the woman talking about
A. A film. B. A real story. C. A ghost story.
10. What’s the first name of the man they are talking about
A. Tim. B. Tom. C. Smith.
11. Why didn’t the man return home after the war
A. He had been wounded in the war.
B. The man hasn’t told the woman yet.
C. He had to sell newspapers at the railway station.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
12. What is NOT true about the man
A. Water is running down his leg.
B. He can not breathe well after a walk.
C. He hasn’t been sleeping well because of the pain in his leg.
13. What has caused the trouble
A. The woman doesn’t know yet.
B. He was burnt by boiling water.
C. He has tired himself out in his work.
14. What’s the man’s local doctor’s name
A. Doctor Green. B. Doctor Martin. C. Doctor Cook.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
15. Where are the man and the woman going
A. To the bus station. B. To the police station. C. To the railway station.
16. What does the woman think they should do
A. Take a taxi. B. Walk slowly. C. Leave the bags with the police.
17. What does the man find out at last
A. Fifteen minutes is too long.
B. The traffic is moving too slowly.
C. He is not able to carry two bags.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. According to the passage, what were dogs trained for in the past
A. For protection against other animals.
B. For protection against other dogs.
C. Just for fun.
19. Why were dogs used for hunting
A. Because they did not eat other animals.
B. Because they were useful for protection.
C. Because they always obeyed their masters.
20. What is the most important reason for people in the city to keep dogs now
A. For companionship. B. For amusement. C. For protection against robbery.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Historic Sites in Paris
Paris is a city full of sites of different times and architectural styles Here are some of these famous spots that are essential to understand the city’s complicated past.
Eiffel Tower
Presented as part of the 1889 World Exposition in Paris, the Eiffel Tower has become the city’s most famous attraction. It is accessible on Line 6 or Line 8 of the Paris Metro by Bir-Hakeim or Trocadéro stations. If possible, avoid visiting this spot at peak hours (10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) or on weekends, so you can make the most of your visit to enjoy the views from the top. The best moments are right after it first opens on weekdays.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Dating back to the 12th century, the Notre-Dame Cathedral has long towered alongside the banks of the Seine River. With its complicated Gothic (哥特式的) architectural details, it represents Parisian religion and architecture. Unfortunately, a fire broke out on April 15, 2019, destroying part of it. Visitors are not allowed to enter now.
Louvre Museum
Louvre Museum is one of the most famous art museums in the world where you can witness the city’s rich painting history from the medieval (中世纪的) period to the present. It is easily accessible on Line 1 from the Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre station. It is closed on Tuesdays as well as January 1, May 1, and December 25 each year.
Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe serves as a national symbol of France, which was built by Napoleon I in celebration of the victory at the Battle of Austerlitz. Take Line 1, 2, or 6 to Charles de Gaulle-Etoile station and you will see the Arc de Triomphe. Visitors can purchase tickets for a tour to the top to enjoy the views of the city.
1. Which is the best time to visit Eiffel Tower
A. At 2:00 p.m., Sunday. B. At 9:00 a.m., Monday.
C. At 11:00 a.m., Tuesday. D. At 10:00 a.m., Saturday.
2. Where should visitors go if they are interested in art history
A. Eiffel Tower. B. Louvre Museum.
C. Arc de Triomphe. D. Notre-Dame Cathedral.
3. What can be inferred from the listed attractions
A. They require tickets for a tour.
B. They are easily accessible by subway.
C. They allow visitors to enter on holidays.
D. They are spots to show the history of Paris.
B
When my daughter was seven years old, she came home from soccer practice clearly downhearted. When asked, she told me what a teammate said: her teeth were too yellow. My heart broke for her. As parents, we try to keep our children safe, but we can’t always be there to protect our kids from unkind words. I tried to comfort my daughter. I told her that she has a beautiful smile with nice, strong, healthy teeth. I explained why she shouldn’t let someone else’s criticisms define her. On the inside, though, I worried. From my youth, I’ve struggled with the concept that my self-worth was directly related to my physical appearance.
When I became a mom, I was terrified that this concept would take root in my daughter. I wanted to protect her little ears from unkind words that might influence her idea of self-worth. I wanted to shield her little eyes from unrealistic beauty standards promoted by magazines, television, and movies. I wanted to guard her little heart from being broken by the idea that she didn’t live up to the standards in some way.
On social media, the battle became exceptionally greater. Every day we are bombarded (轰炸) with people living their “best life”, all told through filters (过滤器) which only highlight the “best” parts: best angles, best locations, best outfits, and best hair. Rarely do we get a glimpse of reality. On social media, outer beauty controls everything.
How, then, can we teach our kids that they are much more than their appearance We can start by modeling kindness, empathy, and self-acceptance in our own lives. Kids are incredible mimics (模仿者), so be mindful of what you say, even when you think your kids aren’t listening. If we are constantly putting ourselves down, our kids will follow suit. Instead, adopt a positive attitude when it comes to your own self-worth. Additionally, try to teach your children to see the inner beauty in themselves and in others. There’s beauty in strength, goodness, gentleness, perseverance, and kindness. Praise kids for their acts of kindness, like sharing with a friend or helping a family member without being asked, and talk to them about how it makes them feel.
4. How did the author react to her daughter’s trouble
A. Thrilled. B. Apologetic. C. Sorrowful. D. Curious.
5. What does the underlined word shield probably mean in paragraph 2
A. Cure. B. Fix. C. Broaden. D. Protect.
6. What can be inferred from paragraph 3
A. Everything in social media is not true.
B. Social media reflects an unrealistic world.
C. People like to share their privacy in social media.
D. People attach more importance to their physical appearance.
7. What should parents do to their kids
A. Tell them to behave themselves.
B. Praise their kids for their appearance.
C. Set a positive example for their kids.
D Encourage their kids to ignore the outer beauty.
C
French company Airseas, has promised to help cargo (货物) ships reduce their fuel consumption, and cut their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by an average of 20%. And they’re doing this with the Seawing—a 1,000 square meter kite that will fly 300 meters (984 feet) above the water’s surface. So the globul shipping industry is apparently rediscovering the joy and efficiency of sails.
The large, ship-sized kite is currently being developed, and the company plans to open a factory to produce the Seawing in 2026. Once manufactured, Airseas has promised that launching and operating a Seawing on a cargo vessel will be automated, making it easy to use for crews. The kite and the equipment that launches it are mounted on a boat’s deck, and the crew can simply press some buttons and a large kite will rise into the sky. That’s not to say that the cargo ships won’t use their engines at all, but the kite will take some pressure off of those engines and will reduce the need for fuel. The wind will move the ship, just like it did for hundreds of years in the old days before industrialization.
Lowering emissions by 20% may not seem like a big deal, but moving vast amounts of goods back and forth on the high seas creates 3% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. That’s more than the airline industry, which produced about 2% of the world’s emissions in 2021, according to the International Energy Agency. Shipping is also a massive industry, and one worth focusing on for lowering emissions. About 90% of the world’s traded goods are moved around via shipping vessels (大船), according to the International Chamber of Shipping.
Some companies are expecting this new version of sails. Japanese shipping company, “K” Line has placed orders for the Seawing kite, and the European Union has also invested more than $2 million in funding.
8. What is French company Airseas trying to do
A. Participate in kite-flying competitions. B. Make sea exploration easy and joyful.
C. Produce big kites to be used for sailing D. Ship cargoes with low fuel consumption.
9. What’s the feature of the Seawing
A. It will completely replace engines. B. It will be a light-weight device.
C. It will be easily operated by crews. D. It will follow the cargo vessel at sea.
10. Why is the airline industry mentioned in paragraph 3
A. To confirm a prediction. B. To make a comparison.
C. To lead in a new topic. D. To analyze cause and effect.
11. What is the best title of the text
A. The shipping industry is getting popular again.
B. The GHG emissions are being greatly reduced.
C. Seawing factories are to be opened in Europe,
D. Kites on boat are helping cut shipping emissions.
D
Interspecies was once a technical term used in science to describe how one species got along with another. Now it is a word of more consequence: it arouses the new connections between humans and non-humans that are being made possible by technology. In Ways of Being, James Bridle, a British artist and technology writer, explores what this means for understanding the many non-human intelligences on Earth.
Mr Bridle makes clear that three kinds of minds are now interacting: human, non-human and machine. Using artificial intelligence (AI), machines will in future have the capability to interpose (使介入) themselves as translators between humans and other biological life forms.
It is true that profit is the main motive for advances in AI; as yet nature does not get much of a look in, and non-human intelligences go unexplored outside zoology puting is as focused on humans as ever, even as climate change and biodiversity-loss suggest it should devote much greater attention to other species.
The first step towards an interspecies future, Mr Bridle argues, is showing more appreciation for other forms of intelligence. To some extent, this is already happening. For example, through films and other initiatives many people now know that octopuses (章鱼) have an advanced and strange intelligence. The next step, Mr Bridle declares, is recognizing that people live in a “more than human” world. Other intelligences have developed from a common evolutionary base, and they overlap (重叠) in ways that science is just beginning to discover.
Ways of Being would have benefited from sharper editing. Yet, in making clear the patience, imagination and humility required to better know and protect other forms of intelligence on Earth, he has made an admirable contribution to the dawning interspecies age.
12. Which of the following best illustrates the term “interspecies”
A. A wolf hunts a rabbit. B. A robot does housework.
C. A lady walks her dog. D. A boy records a video for squirrels.
13. What does AI lay emphasis on nowadays
A. Biodiversity. B. Other species. C. Humans. D. Climate change.
14. What is paragraph 4 mainly about
A. The characteristics of species evolution.
B. Expectations for the future development of AI.
C. Suggestions on future exploration of interspecies.
D. The importance of appreciation for other forms of intelligence.
15. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to Ways of Being
A. Skeptical. B. Favorable. C. Tolerant. D. Conservative.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How Laughing at Yourself Makes You Attractive
Have you ever embarrassed yourself in public and were laughed at for it ___16___ And it’s okay — we should even have a laugh about them.
Laughing at yourself means accepting who you really are. You may feel bad about yourself because of past misfortune. However, it’s normal to be imperfect. What’s important is that you should be honest with yourself about who you are. ___17___ You won’t be able to laugh at yourself without self-acceptance.
Laughing at yourself helps increase your confidence. When you’re able to stay optimistic and laugh at yourself, you are likely to be more successful in life. ___18___ More importantly, it helps you realize your own weaknesses, so you know which areas to do better in.
___19___ Laughing at someone else may hurt their feelings even if you didn’t intend to, while laughing at yourself does not. You might even bring a smile to their faces. Don’t worry about losing respect from others, because people actually appreciate it when you laugh at yourself. Laughing at yourself shows that you have the courage to do so and you’re being real about your imperfections, making people think you are likable.
As we all know, humans all make mistakes. So instead of blaming yourself, try to think of your mistakes in a positive way and accept yourself as you are. So please remember the above words. ___20___
A. Laughing at yourself makes you popular.
B Accept yourself despite your imperfections.
C. You should try to understand yourself better.
D. Chances are that we all have these kinds of experiences.
E. Laughing at yourself changes an ideal image of yourself.
F. Learn to laugh at yourself and you will be more attractive.
G. This is because laughing at yourself helps lift your mood in face of difficulties.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Every year I’d read over 2,000 college applications from students all over the world. It is quite ___21___ to choose whom to admit. ___22___, in the chaos of SAT scores and recommendations, one ___23___ is always irresistible in a candidate: kindness.
The most surprising ___24___ of kindness I’ve ever ___25___ came from a student who had excellent scores and a supportive recommendation from his college counselor (顾问). Even with these qualifications, he might not have ___26___. But one letter of recommendation caught my eye. It was from a school security ___27___. Letters of recommendation are typically written by people like former presidents, celebrities, and Olympic athletes.
The security guard wrote that he supported this student’s admission because of his ___28___. This young man was the only person in the school who knew the names of every member of the guard staff. He turned off lights in empty rooms, consistently ___29___ the hallway monitor each morning and tidied up the classroom after his peers left school ____30____ nobody was watching. This student, the security guard wrote, had a(n) ____31____ respect for every person at the school, regardless of position, popularity or power.
It gave us a ____32____ onto a student’s life in the moments when nothing “counted”. That student was admitted by unanimous (一致的) vote of the admissions committee.
Next year there might be a flood of security guard recommendations ____33____ this essay. But if it means students will start paying as much ____34____ to the people who clean their classrooms as they do to their principals and teachers, I’m happy to help start that ____35____.
21. A. definite B. difficult C. delicate D. desperate
22. A. However B. Otherwise C. Besides D. Therefore
23. A. ability B. quality C. limitation D. assumption
24. A. signal B. detector C. appearance D. indication
25. A. come out B. picked up C. come across D. brought up
26. A. stood up B. stood out C. given up D. given out
27. A. guard B. teacher C. principal D. counselor
28. A. wisdom B. bravery C. encouragement D. consideration
29. A. bothered B. answered C. visited D. thanked
30. A. as if B. now that C. even if D. so that
31. A. weird B. accurate C. equal D. initial
32. A. passion B. trouble C. method D. window
33. A. due to B. in need of C. except for D. along with
34. A. money B. notice C. attention D. curiosity
35. A. policy B. trend C. arrangement D. career
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分。）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
A skywell, or “tian jing” (天井) in Mandarin, is a typical feature of a ____36____ (tradition) home in southern and eastern China. Different from a northern Chinese courtyard, a skywell is ____37____ (small) and less exposed to the outdoor environment.
Skywells are ____38____ (common) seen in homes dating to Ming and Qing dynasties, which housed different ____39____ (generate) of relatives. Skywells helped cool buildings in ____40____ era well before air-conditioning existed. When wind blows above a skywell house, it can enter the indoor space through the opening. ____41____ outdoor air is often cooler than indoor air, the incoming breeze travels down the walls to the lower stories and creates airflows by replacing warmer indoor air, ____42____ rises and leaves through the opening.
____43____ (design) to serve as a gathering space for families or communities as well, skywell buildings ____44____ (exist) in China for hundreds of years. Although in recent times they have often been forgotten by people _____45_____ (prefer) modern facilities, due to a revival of traditional Chinese architecture, skywell buildings have been making a comeback.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46. 假定你是李华，你班本周Class Report 的主题是介绍中国为人类做出突出贡献的人物。请你写一篇发言稿，内容包括：
1. 人物简介及事迹；
2. 意义或启示。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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第二节（满分25分）
47. 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Edun did not want to go on a hike. She especially did not want to go on a long hike in the mountains that led to a tiny cabin (小木屋) with no electricity and no running water. She wanted to stay home reading a book instead while wrapped in a warm blanket.
“Ready ” Mom asked cheerfully after breakfast. Edun looked out the window and only saw rain, lots of it. “We should go another day,” Edun suggested. “Maybe a hundred years from now.” She worried she would get tired on the hike. She worried about getting bored at the dark cabin. Mom said it was time to stop worrying and get into the car.
Edun’s brother, Will, was waiting in the garage, who wore a camera around his neck. Will was four years older than Edun and had climbed many more mountains. He’d started hiking when he was two and loved it.
Because it was raining, Edun had to wear her rain pants, her rain hat, her rain jacket, and her waterproof boots. Her jacket had a rough material on the inside. She didn’t like how it felt against her skin.
After about half an hour’s drive, they parked at a trailhead (登山口). The rain had stopped but the ground was still dripping(滴下) wet. “We’ll be there by afternoon!” Mom promised. The afternoon sounded far away.
Will identified a bird sitting on a nearby branch—“Fox sparrow!”—then he raced down the trail and was soon out of sight.
Edun rested under a pine tree. “You can’t force me to walk,” Edun said. “You’re right,” said her mom smilingly, standing under the tree, too, “But you will never know what may lie ahead and amaze us.”
注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好;
Paragraph 1:
Thinking Mom was right, Edun followed her down the trail.
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Paragraph 2:
Twenty minutes later, they saw the cabin.
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市县高中23级高二期末联考
英语试题卷 答案
（满分150分，考试用时120分钟）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the woman imply
A. She didn’t clean the apartment.
B. She’ll help the man clean his apartment.
C. She needs to clean the lab.
2. What does the woman mean
A. She saw the man run out.
B. She thought the man’s laundry was done badly.
C. She was sorry the man couldn’t finish his laundry.
3. What does the man imply
A. His coach didn’t help him enough.
B. He had no chance of winning.
C He didn’t follow his coach’s advice.
4. What does the woman mean
A. She likes the new theatre in town.
B. She expects the theatre to close down.
C. She’s surprised by the news.
5. What does the man say about the activities
A. They aren’t very good because they’re so different.
B. He thinks they should do both.
C. It doesn’t matter which one they do.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is the woman’s real problem
A. She feels headache. B. She feels frightened. C. She feels very stressed.
7. What food is considered as low stress food
A. Apples and grapes. B. Hamburgers. C. French fries.
8. What is the woman going to do
A. To eat less. B. To eat more. C. To change her food.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
9. What are the man and the woman talking about
A. A film. B. A real story. C. A ghost story.
10. What’s the first name of the man they are talking about
A. Tim. B. Tom. C. Smith.
11. Why didn’t the man return home after the war
A. He had been wounded in the war.
B. The man hasn’t told the woman yet.
C. He had to sell newspapers at the railway station.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
12. What is NOT true about the man
A. Water is running down his leg.
B. He can not breathe well after a walk.
C. He hasn’t been sleeping well because of the pain in his leg.
13. What has caused the trouble
A. The woman doesn’t know yet.
B. He was burnt by boiling water.
C. He has tired himself out in his work.
14. What’s the man’s local doctor’s name
A. Doctor Green. B. Doctor Martin. C. Doctor Cook.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
15. Where are the man and the woman going
A. To the bus station. B. To the police station. C. To the railway station.
16. What does the woman think they should do
A. Take a taxi. B. Walk slowly. C. Leave the bags with the police.
17. What does the man find out at last
A. Fifteen minutes is too long.
B. The traffic is moving too slowly.
C. He is not able to carry two bags.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. According to the passage, what were dogs trained for in the past
A. For protection against other animals.
B. For protection against other dogs.
C. Just for fun.
19. Why were dogs used for hunting
A. Because they did not eat other animals.
B. Because they were useful for protection.
C. Because they always obeyed their masters.
20. What is the most important reason for people in the city to keep dogs now
A. For companionship. B. For amusement. C. For protection against robbery.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
【1~3题答案】
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. D
B
【4~7题答案】
【答案】4. C 5. D 6. A 7. C
C
【8~11题答案】
【答案】8. C 9. C 10. B 11. D
D
【12~15题答案】
【答案】12. D 13. C 14. C 15. B
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
【16~20题答案】
【答案】16. D 17. B 18. G 19. A 20. F
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
【21~35题答案】
【答案】21. B 22. A 23. B 24. D 25. C 26. B 27. A 28. D 29. D 30. C 31. C 32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分。）
【36~45题答案】
【答案】36. traditional
37. smaller
monly
39. generations
40. an 41. Since ##Because ##As
42. which 43. Designed
44. have existed
45. preferring
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【46题答案】
【答案】One possible version:
Dear Class,
Today, I’d like to introduce Tu Youyou, a renowned Chinese scientist, who is best known for discovering artemisinin, a groundbreaking drug used to treat malaria.
Her discovery has saved millions of lives worldwide, especially in developing countries. In 2015, she became the first Chinese woman to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Tu Youyou’s achievement was the result of years of dedication and perseverance. She drew inspiration from ancient Chinese medicine and combined it with modern scientific methods, showing the value of both tradition and innovation in research.
Her story teaches us the importance of persistence and creativity in solving global challenges. Tu Youyou’s work is a reminder that science can improve lives and that anyone can make a significant contribution to the world.
Thank you.
第二节（满分25分）
【47题答案】
【答案】Paragraph 1:
Thinking Mom was right, Edun followed her down the trail. They passed a waterfall, tiny yet clear. The trickling of water made Edun feel better. To her amazement, as they walked on, there was always something to look for in the wet green woods: animal tracks, wildflowers, little creeks. Soon they caught up with Will, who eagerly showed them the photos he took of the Fox sparrow resting on a branch. Together they went on, strolling past scratchy bushes, climbing over gray rocks and hiking through dwarf trees. Edun loomed above those little trees, exclaiming, “Look, Mom, I’m a giant.” Unknowingly they had already done most of the climb.
Paragraph 2:
Twenty minutes later, they saw the cabin. Edun and Will started racing up the hill. Finally, there they were in the small but cozy cabin. Through its window, Edun saw faraway meadows and lakes, and many more mountains, a whole new world emerging before her eyes. That night, everybody stayed up late to see the stars. So many stars clustering up there, Edun proposed, “I need to take a picture of them.” “Click!” The camera froze the moment. Radiant with a smile, Edun approached Mom and hugged her, whispering, “Mom, thank you for having me come!”
